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demerit

/di'mɛrɪt/

Synonyms of demerit Antonyms of demerit Examples of demerit Usage of demerit Parts of demerit Definition that contains demerit Words sounding like demerit Explanation of demerit

noun
the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection
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"they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel"

Similar:

fault

Opposite:

merit

type of:
worth
noun
a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces
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"ten demerits and he loses his privileges"

type of:
brand mark stain stigma

Examples of demerit

"they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel"
"ten demerits and he loses his privileges"